Calendar: November 1-8

1  THURSDAY

Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, 19053 Mount Pony Road, Culpeper. “Gabriel Over the White House” (1933): A do-nothing political hack is elected president during the depths of the Great Depression. After a near-fatal accident, he is mysteriously changed into a take-charge dynamo, determined to eliminate racketeers and find world peace. With Walter Huston, Karen Morley and Franchot Tone. Political drama–fantasy. Black-and-white. 7:30 p.m. Free; reservations encouraged. 540/827-1079, ext. 79994.

Carolina Shag Dancing, Shannon’s Bar & Grille, 2801 Plank Road, Fredericksburg. Sponsored by Battlefield Boogie Club. Free lessons at 7:30 p.m., dance until 10 p.m. 540/786-8321.

Film Screening: “Up to Us,” UMW, Monroe Hall, Room 116. Documentary follows two young Americans who desire to have an impact on the world. 7:30 p.m. Free. 540/654-1364.

“James Akin: The First American Caricaturist,” UMW, Lee Hall, Room 411. Lecture by Allison M. Stagg. 5 p.m. Free. 540/654-2039.

THEATER

“Almost, Maine,” King George High School, 10100 Foxes Way, King George. 7 p.m. $8, ages 6 and younger free. Dinner available 5:30–6:30 p.m. $6–$8.50. Runs through Nov. 3. 540/775-5860; kgptajenni@yahoo.com.

“Bus Stop,” Northern Virginia Community College, 15200 Neabsco Mills Road. 3 and 8 p.m. Free. Runs through Nov. 10. 703/878-5750.

“The Sound of Music,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater, 95 Riverside Parkway, Falmouth. Doors open at 6 p.m., performance begins at 8 p.m. Runs through Jan. 6. 540/370-4300; riversidedt.com.

2 FRIDAY

Open House, Lewis Store, 1200 Caroline St.  Light refreshments. Also on display: “Vintage Route 1” exhibit. 6–9 p.m. Free. 540/371-4504.

Cake Walk, Richardsville Volunteer Fire Department. 7–9 p.m. 540/729-7336.

Bingo, Stafford Middle School, 101 Spartan Drive. Vera Bradley purses/bags; TJ Maxx, Bed Bath & Beyond and Toys R Us gift certificates. Sponsored by Stafford Elementary School PTA. 6–8 p.m. $15, $45 for a family of four, $12 military, government and school employees. 540/288-9657.

Yarn Bombing, near the Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center, 1001 Princess Anne St. Installation begins at 5 p.m. On display through Dec. 15. Museum admission is free 5–8 p.m. for First Friday; famcc.org.

Halloween Family Youth Nite, Sumerduck Ruritan Club, 5335 Sumerduck Road, Sumerduck. 6:30 p.m. Free. 540/222-7874.

Taste of Asia, UMW, Woodard Campus Center, Great Hall. Fashion show, dance performances and a variety of ethnic foods. 7 p.m. $3. 540/654-1044.

Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, Culpeper. “The Best Man” (1964): The two front runners for their party’s presidential nomination, one principled and the other ruthless, vie for the ex-president’s endorsement. With Henry Fonda, Cliff Robertson, Ann Sothern and Lee Tracy. Political drama. Black-and-white. See Nov. 1 listing.

Fish Fry, Saint William of York Church, 3130 Jefferson Davis Highway, Stafford. 5–7 p.m. Adults $8, under age 12 $5. 540/720-4337.

Book release reception with Steven Collins, Griffin Bookshop & Coffee bar, 723 Caroline St. Fredericksburg. Meet author of “Fredericksburg Today,” a documentary photobook of contemporary Fredericksburg. 6–9 p.m.

CONCERTS

UMW Concert Band and UMW Jazz Ensemble, UMW, George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium. 7:30 p.m. Free. 540/654-1012.

Randolph–Macon College Concert Choir and Chamber Singers, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, State Route 206, Owens. 7 p.m. Free; a free-will offering will be taken to benefit the St. Paul’s Pipe Organ Fund. 540/663-3085.

THEATER

“Almost, Maine,” King George High School. See Nov. 1 listing.

“Bus Stop,” Northern Virginia Community College. 8 p.m. See Nov. 1 listing.

“Into the Woods,” UMW, duPont Hall, Klein Theatre. 8 p.m. $24, students/seniors $20. Runs through Nov. 18. 540/654-1111.

“The Importance of Being Earnest,” Dr. A.J. Ferlazzo Building, 15941 Donald Curtis Drive, Woodbridge. By the Castaways Repertory Theatre. 8 p.m. $14, children $7. Runs through Nov. 4. 703/508-5418; castawaystheatre.org.

“The Sound of Music,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See Nov. 1 listing.

3 SATURDAY

Beer and Wine Fest, Fredericksburg Fairgrounds. Wear Halloween costume and get 50 percent off admission of $10. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Runs again Nov. 4. knovemberfest.com.

Art Show, Bowling Green Town Hall. Juried art contest for 2-D art. Children may participate in sidewalk art on Courthouse Lane. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Fall Festival, Marshall Center, 8800 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania. Music by Denim-n-Lace, crafts, children’s activities, hay rides, food. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free. In conjunction with Family Health Festival in Spotsylvania Middle School Gym.

Symposium: “Surgery and Medical Advances During the Civil War,” Stratford Hall, 483 Great House Road. Experts on topics including the emergence of modern emergency room methodologies, post traumatic stress disorder and the Civil War soldier, African–Americans in medicine during the Civil War era, and an overview of Civil War medical practices. 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. $75; free to Friends of Stratford members. Registration recommended. 804/493-1972.

Second annual Fredericksburg Zombie Walk, Hurkamp Park, 500 William St. Bring nonperishable food items or cleaning supplies for local charities. 3–6 p.m. fredzombies.com.

Bluebirds and Native Plants: Is Everything Satisfactual in Your Yard?”, Aikido in Fredericksburg, 6155 Hickory Ridge Road, Spotsylvania. Learn how to repurpose your yard to encourage wildlife, followed by a workshop on how to install bluebird boxes. 10:30–11:30 a.m. 540/582-9600.

Holiday Bazaar, Saint Patrick Parish Hall, 9149 Ely’s Ford Road. Sponsored by Ladies Auxiliary–Battlefield Council 10246. 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Runs again Nov. 4. 540/785-5299.

Civil War Program and the “Hall of History” Showcase of Wilderness Area History, Lake of the Woods Church. Sponsored by Friends of Wilderness Battlefield. 1–3 p.m. Free. 540/547-2395.

“Take a Bite Out of Canine Cancer,” Fredericksburg Hospitality House, 2801 Plank Road. Dog-related vendors, auctions, Blessing of the Hounds. Benefits Greyhounds ROCK Fredericksburg, a charity created to help fund research to treat canine cancer. Registration 8 a.m., opening remarks 9 a.m. $50 includes admittance to all weekend activities. Runs again Nov. 4. greyhoundsrock.org.

Craft/Vendor Show, Massaponax High School, 8201 Jefferson Davis Highway, Spotsylvania. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free. 540/220-5056.

Montpelier Hunt Races, James Madison’s Montpelier, 11407 Constitution Highway, Orange. Steeplechase horse racing. The first race post time is 12:30 p.m. $15, ages 12 and younger free; parking $20. montpelierraces.org; 540/672-0014.

Swing Dance, Picker’s Concert Hall, 902 Caroline St. Lesson 7:30 p.m., dance 8–11 p.m. $10. 540/847-4581.

Bingo, Stafford Gymnastics Center, 500 Nelms St., Falmouth. My Bags, 31 and retired Henn. 7 p.m. $15. Benefits Dynamic All-Stars Majorettes. 540/720-7510, 540/752-8811.

All-You-Can-Eat Salt Herring Breakfast, Madison Ruritan Club, 18206 Timothy Lane, Ladysmith. 6–8:30 a.m. $8. 804/448-4233.

Paws and Whiskers Bazaar, Dorothy Hart Community Center, 408 Canal St. Homemade items with a pet theme, silent auction. Noon to 4 p.m. Early-bird shoppers start at 11 a.m. with $5 donation to SPCA. Humans only; leave pets at home. Benefits SPCA. 540/372-1086.

Pancake Breakfast, Madison Ruritan Club, 18206 Timothy Lane, Ladysmith. 7–9:30 a.m. Adults $7, ages 12 and younger $5. 804/448-4233.

Old Dominion Gun Show, VFW Post 1503, 14631 Minnieville Road, Dale City. Modern, antique and military arms. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. $6, under age 12 free. Runs again Nov. 4. 276/238-1343.

Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, Culpeper. “The American President” (1995): A widowed president woos an attractive lobbyist, oblivious to the political impact the relationship will have during an election year. With Michael Douglas, Annette Bening, Martin Sheen and Michael J. Fox. Romantic comedy. Color. See Nov. 1 listing.

Bingo, 1114 Potomac Ave., Suite 103, Stafford. Sponsored by Stafford Lions. Doors open 11 a.m., games begin 12:30 p.m. 540/361-7019.

CONCERT

Country Gospel Jam Session, Marshall Center, 8800 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania. Music by Peggy Lee Gospel Sound. Bring a covered dish and an instrument to play. 7–9:45 p.m. 540/582-6589.

THEATER

“Into the Woods,” UMW, Klein Theatre. See Nov. 2 listing.

“Almost, Maine,” King George High School. See Nov. 1 listing.

“The Importance of Being Earnest,” Dr. A.J. Ferlazzo Building, Woodbridge. See Nov. 2 listing.

“Bus Stop,” Northern Virginia Community College. 2 p.m. See Nov. 1 listing.

“The Sound of Music,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See Nov. 1 listing.

4 SUNDAY

Holiday Bazaar, Saint Patrick Parish Hall, 9149 Ely’s Ford Road. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. See Nov. 3 listing.

“Upcycled Crafts”: Make Your Own Earrings from Vinyl Signs, Ten Thousand Villages. Bring your own scissors and glue gun. 2–3 p.m. Free. Reservations, 540/785-9967.

Rikki’s Run 5K, Chancellor High School, 6300 Harrison Road, Spotsylvania. Registration 6:30–7:30 a.m. Race 8 a.m. $25 in advance, $30 and a can of cat food race day. Benefits Rikki’s Refuge. 540/854-5375, 540/786-2606, ext. 2102.

Book signing with Anne-Marie Lacy, Arts Center in Orange, Morin Gallery at 129 E. Main St., Orange. Reading and discussion with “The Masters Ball” author. 1 p.m. Free. artscenterinorange.com.

Old Dominion Gun Show, VFW Post 1503, Dale City. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. See Nov. 3 listing.

Beer and Wine Fest, Fredericksburg Fairgrounds. Noon to 5 p.m. See Nov. 3 listing.

“Take a Bite Out of Canine Cancer,” Fredericksburg Hospitality House. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. See Nov. 3 listing.

Volksmarch, Fort AP Hill. Hosted by the Germanna Volkssport Association. Walk begins at the Heth Schoolhouse. Choose a 3- or 6-mile trail. Food concessions will be for sale. walkfredericksburg.webs.com or ava.org.

Bingo, Fredericksburg Community Center, 1114 Potomac Ave., Stafford. 2 p.m. Sponsored by the Greater Falls Run Lions Club. 540/372-3399.

CONCERT

Reno–Howell Bluegrass Show, Mr. B’s, 8613 Jefferson Davis Highway, Fredericksburg. Doors open at 3 p.m., event at 5 p.m. $12; $24 concert and meal. 540/710-0101.

THEATER

“The Importance of Being Earnest,” Dr. A.J. Ferlazzo Building, Woodbridge. 1 p.m. $10, children $5. See Nov. 2 listing.

“Into the Woods,” UMW, Klein Theatre. 2 p.m. See Nov. 2 listing.

“The Sound of Music,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater. Doors open 1 p.m., show is at 3 p.m. See Nov. 1 listing.

5 MONDAY

Relay for Life Fundraiser, Mama’s Pizza of Locust Grove, 32311 Constitution Highway, Locust Grove. Activities for children and information about the American Cancer Society. 5–8 p.m. A portion of proceeds will be donated to American Cancer Society. 540/735-5473.

Trees of Hope, Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center, 1001 Princess Anne St. View decorated trees donated by individuals and organizations. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $7. Benefits Hope House. Runs through Nov. 14, with a gala event Nov. 17. 540/371-3037; hopehouseinva.org.

6 TUESDAY

Trees of Hope, Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center. See Nov. 5 listing.

Line Dance Class, Strictly Ballroom Dance Studio, 125 Olde Greenwich Drive, Suite 190, Spotsylvania. 7–9 p.m. $10. 540/832-7602. Instructor Olivia Ray, 540/898-9060.

7 WEDNESDAY

Film, Catherine W. Jones McKann Center at the Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center, 1001 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg. “Les Diaboliques” (1955). This shocking thriller is the story of two women who hatch a daring revenge plot. With Simone Signoret, Véra Clouzot and Paul Meurisse. 7 p.m. Sponsored by the Rappahannock Film Club.

Trees of Hope, Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center. See Nov. 5 listing.

THEATER

“Midsummer/Jersey,” Riverbend High School, 12301 Spotswood Furnace Road, Spotsylvania. Presented by Riverbend Theater Department. 7 p.m. $7. Runs through Nov. 10. 540/548-4051.

“The Sound of Music,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater. Lunch 11:30 a.m., play 1:30 p.m. See Nov. 1 listing.

8  THURSDAY

Film, Library of Congress Packard Campus, Culpeper. James Bond double feature: “Casino Royale” (2006) and “Quantum of Solace” (2008). See Nov. 1 listing.

Carolina Shag Dancing, Shannon’s Bar & Grille. See Nov. 1 listing.

Trees of Hope, Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center. See Nov. 5 listing.

CONCERT

Electro Acoustic Barn Dance, UMW, Pollard Hall. Festival of electronic music and art featuring composers, artists and scholars from across the world. Performance times vary. Free. Runs through Nov. 10. 540/654-1012.

THEATER

“The Sound of Music,” Riverside Center Dinner Theater. See Nov. 1 listing.

“Into the Woods,” UMW, Klein Theatre. See Nov. 2 listing.

“Bus Stop,” Northern Virginia Community College. See Nov. 1 listing.

“Midsummer/Jersey,” Riverbend High School. See Nov. 7 listing.

—Compiled by Debbie Sauder

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